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The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life Paperback, Alice Schroeder
By Alice Schroeder
2009 • Trade Paperback • Random House Publishing Group
Description
The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life is the definitive non-fiction biography of the legendary investor Warren Buffett, written by Alice Schroeder, first published in 2008. This paperback details Buffett's personal life, business philosophy, and investment strategies. The book is a foundational text for anyone interested in finance, business history, and investment.
Synopsis
Title: The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life
Author/Publisher: Alice Schroeder (Random House Publishing Group)
Publication Year: 2009
Format: 832-page Illustrated Trade Paperback with Dust Jacket
Alice Schroeder's monumental 2009 biography, 'The Snowball: Warren Buffett and the Business of Life', offers an unparalleled deep dive into the life and mind of one of history's most successful investors. As a non-fiction work, it chronicles Buffett's journey from his childhood in Omaha to his rise as the head of Berkshire Hathaway, meticulously detailing the experiences that shaped his unique approach to business and life.
This comprehensive 1st Edition is a foundational text for anyone interested in business, economics, and investment. Beyond finance, it delves into personal memoirs and the philosophy that guided Buffett, presenting a rich tapestry of a man who built his empire on principles of value investing, patience, and integrity.
- Life of a Legend: Explore the formative years and personal experiences of Warren Buffett, from his early entrepreneurial ventures to the development of his distinctive character and outlook on wealth and philanthropy.
- Investment Principles Unveiled: Gain insight into Buffett's renowned investment strategies and business philosophy. The narrative dissects key decisions and methodologies that underpinned Berkshire Hathaway's extraordinary success.
- Visual Journey: The text is enhanced with illustrations, offering a visual dimension to the narrative that enriches the reader's understanding of the people and places central to Buffett's story.
As a first edition of a definitive biography on one of the 20th and 21st centuries' most influential business figures, this volume holds significant appeal for collectors of business literature and admirers of Warren Buffett's enduring legacy. Its detailed narrative makes it an essential addition to any serious non-fiction library.
Condition
This item has been professionally inspected and is in Acceptable condition. Please refer to the photographs for detailed visual assessment.
Specifications
| Format | Trade Paperback |
| Condition | Acceptable |
| Publisher | Random House Publishing Group |
| Year | 2009 |
| Pages | 832 |
| Type | Not Specified |
| Genre | Biography & Autobiography, Business & Economics |
| Topic | Rich & Famous, Personal Memoirs, Business, Investments & Securities / General |
| Signed | No |
| Edition | 1st Edition |
| Vintage | No |
| Features | Dust Jacket, Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Ex Libris | Yes |
| Inscribed | No |
| Book Title | Snowball : Warren Buffett and the Business of Life |
| Item Width | 6.1 in |
| Illustrator | Yes |
| Item Height | 1.5 in |
| Item Length | 9.2 in |
| Item Weight | 29.3 Oz |
| Personalised | No |
| Custom Bundle | No |
| Narrative Type | Non-Fiction |
| Intended Audience | Adults |
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